Grade 7 Math - Adding Negative Fractions

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What is a negative fraction?

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A negative fraction is a fraction where the numerator or the denominator (or both) is negative, indicating a value less than zero.

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How do you add two negative fractions?

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To add two negative fractions, convert them to have a common denominator, add the numerators, and keep the result negative.

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What is the sum of (-1 3/4) + (-3 3/4)?

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-5 1/2

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What is the sum of -1 7/8 + (-3 1/2)?

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-5 3/8

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What is the sum of (-2 5/6) + 3 2/3?

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5/6

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What is the sum of -5/12 + 7/8?

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11/24

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What is the sum of -2 2/3 + 4 5/6?

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2 1/6

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What is the first step in adding fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator for both fractions.

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What does it mean to convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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It means to express the mixed number as a single fraction where the numerator is greater than the denominator.

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How do you convert -1 3/4 to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator (1*4=4), add the numerator (4+3=7), and keep the negative sign: -7/4.